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Mechanical Designer/Industrial

Sterling Engineering
Lenexa, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026
Title: Mechanical Designer (Industrial)

Location: Remote

Hire Type: Contract to Hire

Salary: $35-$60/hr (depending on experience/location)

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Mechanical Designer (Industrial). This opportunity is with a leading organization supporting large-scale industrial and data center projects.

Job Duties:

  • Utilize SmartPlant 3D or similar design software to create 3D equipment models based on equipment drawings
  • Perform early-stage project design work
  • Develop and maintain 3D models for mechanical systems and piping
  • Create and interpret P&IDs, schematics, and detailed design drawings
  • Route piping within 3D design software and support piping layout development
  • Support multiple projects as needed

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 4 years of mechanical design experience, including 3D modeling and design documentation
  • Strong knowledge of piping systems and piping support design
  • Experience with 3D piping design and routing required
  • Experience with mechanical systems for data centers (chilled water systems, CRAH units, CDUs) highly preferred
  • Experience drafting P&IDs, schematics, and related drawings
  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in CAD or related field preferred with 4 years of experience
  • High School diploma or GED with 8 years of relevant experience considered
  • Proficiency in SmartPlant 3D preferred; experience with AutoCAD and MicroStation is a plus
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
  • Ability to work onsite if located near an office or fully remote

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Salary : $35 - $60

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